2024 Board of Directors Application

The PYP leadership is comprised of a 100% volunteer Board of Directors (BOD) who are the decision makers and ambassadors for our non-profit organization. Board members design and manage projects, hold Executive and/or Committee Advisor positions, and ensure all events carry out the organization’s mission by providing value to our members. Each year, PYP selects new Board Members to join the Leadership Team for 1, 2 or 3-year terms running January through December. The Nominating Committee, led by the Past President and composed of current Board Members, oversees the selection process.

Applications for the 2024 Board of Directors are currently being accepted. If you are interested, please complete the online application below. Once your application has been submitted a member of the nominating committee will follow up. The selection of the slate occurs in September.

For questions regarding the position or commitment involved, please do not hesitate to contact Leanne Watson at Leanne.Watson@pyp.org.

Also, feel free to check out our BOD FAQ here.

Being a Board Member has many benefits. As a board member, you are part of the leadership of the premier young professionals organization in Pittsburgh. This involves interacting with many organizations and leaders throughout the city. You also gain invaluable teambuilding and leadership experience working with your fellow Board Members to improve the organization and the region.

Other Benefits include:

• Setting the direction for programming and future vision, including input on events, marketing, and public relations.
• Interacting with other organizations and local leaders.
• Gaining personal and business relationships through close interactions with fellow Board Members, Committee Chairs, and Members.
• Learning about and having responsibility for the financial management of the organization.
• Developing leadership skills for future professional roles

There are some responsibilities and requirements to become a Director including:

1. Must be a current PYP member at the Professional level.
2. Ensure all events and actions of the organization comply with the mission of PYP.
3. Complete tasks assigned by the President and BOD.
4. Work with other BOD members in the best interest of PYP.
5. Oversee the financial stability of the organization.
6. Attend PYP events (as many as you can).
7. Professional experience in project management, accounting, web development, non-profit leadership, and public relations are a plus.

If you want to be a decision maker and help PYP continue to be the best in the region, then this is the opportunity for you. Apply below.